Current ProjectsLong-term monitoring of ecosystem response to observed and experimental climate change. Net ecosystem exchange of CO2. Ecosystem development after deglaciation. Effects of muskox grazing.

Research History
Archeological research conducted in the area during the late 1970s and through 1980s by Dr. Peter Schledermann and Dr. Karen McCullough. Terrestrial ecological research began in 1980 under direction of Dr. Josef Svoboda, University of Toronto and Dr. Bill Freedman, Dalhousie University. Research maintained by Dr. Greg Henry since 1987.

PowerGenerator, Solar

CommunicationsSatellite phone, VHF

Local Transportation
Air support through Polar Continental Shelf Program

Equipment Storage
Storage at Polar Continental Shelf Program in Resolute

Dormitory/Sleeping Facilities
2 cabins plus tents

Dining/Kitchen Facilities1 cabin with stove. No running water

Laboratory Facilities1 cabin with tables and heater in room. No running water

Fuel Availability
Through Polar Continental Shelf Program

Research RequirementsPermission of RCMP. Scientific Research License, Wildlife research permit, land use permit, Access to Inuit Owned Land.

Special Rules and Regulations
Need to apply for access to Inuit Owned Land